Democrat blocks fast-track passage for data center ratepayer bill
Heinrich blocked the fast-track effort, arguing the bill was too weak, and put forward a stricter alternative.
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Sen. Jon Husted’s effort to fast-track the Ratepayer Protection Act failed after Sen. Martin Heinrich objected, arguing the bill did not require data centers to fully cover their energy costs. Heinrich’s alternative bill was also blocked.
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